Assistant Head Teacher Location - Hertfordshire

Assistant Head Teacher
Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: £64,500 – £71,030 per annum (L14–L18)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026

Are you an inspiring and strategic school leader ready to take the next step in your career? Our Hertfordshire-based academy is seeking an exceptional Assistant Head Teacher to join the senior leadership team from September 2026. This is an outstanding opportunity to help shape the vision, culture, and continued success of a thriving and forward-thinking academy.

About the Role

As Assistant Head Teacher, you will play a key role in driving whole-school improvement, leading on teaching and learning, staff development, and the delivery of high-quality outcomes for all pupils. Working closely with the Head Teacher and wider SLT, you will support the school’s mission to deliver an inclusive, ambitious education that enables every child to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire colleagues to secure the highest standards of teaching, learning, and achievement.
• Contribute strategically to school improvement planning and curriculum development.
• Foster a positive and inclusive school culture, promoting wellbeing and high aspirations.
• Monitor, evaluate and support staff performance, with a focus on professional growth.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, governors, and external partners.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with significant leadership experience.
• A proven record of improving outcomes across key stages.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive education.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership team.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A vibrant school community with dedicated staff and engaged pupils.
• Competitive salary range £64,500 – £71,030, depending on experience and qualifications.

If you’re a passionate leader with the drive to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a dynamic academy where your leadership can truly make a difference.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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